Do you develop native Android apps with Kotlin?

Yes. I use Kotlin for native Android development, with Jetpack Compose available for modern Android user interfaces and direct access to Android platform capabilities where required.

Can you build an Android app from an idea or specification?

Yes. I can work from an existing specification, designs or an early-stage idea and help define the application's features, user workflows, integrations and technical requirements before development begins.

Can you work with existing Android app designs?

Yes. I can develop an Android application from existing UI designs or work with you to create an interface suited to Android devices, screen sizes and touch interaction.

Can you connect an Android app to an existing backend?

Yes. I can connect Android applications to existing Laravel, REST, GraphQL, Firebase or other suitable backend services. Where the existing backend needs additional functionality, I can also help extend it.

Can you publish an Android app to Google Play?

Yes. I can support application signing, testing, store listing preparation, release requirements and deployment through Google Play Console.

Can you work on an existing Android application?

Yes. I can work with existing Android applications to add features, resolve issues, update dependencies, improve compatibility and modernise older code where required.

Android App Development

Custom Android App Development

Rating: 5
Author: Marco F.

Build a custom native Android application around your users, business requirements and workflows, from initial development and testing through to Google Play release.

Discuss Your Android App

Native Android Applications Built Around Your Requirements

I build custom Android applications for UK businesses, startups and agencies that need a mobile product designed around their users, workflows and business requirements rather than an off-the-shelf solution.

I develop native Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android development tools, including Jetpack Compose. Applications are designed around the people using them, with clear interfaces, responsive performance and access to the device capabilities required by the product.

My Android app development work can cover customer-facing applications, internal business tools, mobile workflows, data-driven applications and connected products. Where an app needs to communicate with a website, Laravel application or other backend, I can build the integration around the existing system or develop the supporting API as part of the project.

Native Android development is particularly useful when an application needs access to device features, background processing, offline functionality or a platform-specific user experience. Depending on the requirements, this can include notifications, camera and location features, biometric authentication, local storage and other Android capabilities.

I take applications through development and testing with consideration for different Android devices, screen sizes and operating-system versions. I can also support application signing, Google Play preparation and release so the finished app is ready for real users.

NOT OFF
THE SHELF. BUILT AROUND
HOW YOU WORK.

Custom Android Applications11

01Customer-facing Android apps
02Business and internal applications
03Mobile ordering applications
04Booking and appointment apps
05Data and workflow applications
06Android tablet applications
07Android apps connected to Laravel and REST APIs
08Device-integrated Android applications
09Offline-capable mobile applications
10Applications using camera, location and biometrics
11...and much more.

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Have an Android app idea?

Tell me what you want to build and I can work through the features, integrations and technical requirements needed to turn it into a working Android application.

Discuss Your Project

Modern Native Android Development

I use modern native Android technologies to create maintainable, responsive applications that make use of the platform capabilities and device features your product requires.

01 Kotlin
02 Jetpack Compose
03 Android SDK and platform APIs
04 Material 3
05 Firebase services
06 REST and GraphQL APIs
07 Secure local storage
08 Push notifications

My Android Process

From Android App Idea to Release

Whether you have a detailed specification or just an idea, I can work through the application requirements and turn them into a working Android product.

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Plan Your Android Application

I define the features, user workflows, technical requirements and integrations needed for your Android application.

Design & Develop

I shape the interface and build the native Android application using Kotlin and modern Android development tools.

Integrate & Test

I connect APIs, backend systems and device capabilities, then test the application across representative Android devices and screen sizes.

Release & Support

I prepare the app for Google Play, support the release and provide ongoing development as your application evolves.

Selected Work

Android Development Case Studies

An overview of my successful Android app projects for UK businesses

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01 / Case Study

Android Application

Android Food Ordering Kiosk

An intuitive self-service ordering and loyalty kiosk for Ocean Fry, integrated with a centralized Laravel back-office system.

Android / Laravel / Tailwind CSS View case study →

02 / Case Study

Android Application

HR Check-In Kiosk App

Streamlined floor attendance, health & safety compliance, and shift tracking using dedicated Android check-in terminals integrated with a central Laravel HR hub.

Android / Laravel View case study →

I was impressed: a freelancer who could give me inputs and details on how he'd implement the solution, kept me updated in the meanwhile, understood my requirements and proposed pretty nice tweaks to make things even better. Ben, you are amazing. I will need no more time to find any other dev's, and will surely deal with you again if I need something related to these things in the future. Full stop.

Marco F.

Android App Development

Android App Development FAQs

Common questions about custom Android application development, native Kotlin apps, integrations, testing and Google Play.

Have a question?

Yes. I build custom native Android applications around the specific requirements, workflows and users of your business. This can include customer-facing apps, internal business tools and connected mobile applications.

Native Android development provides direct access to Android platform features and device capabilities. It can be a good fit for applications that require specific hardware integration, background processing, complex offline functionality or an interface closely tailored to Android.

Have an Android app idea? I can turn your requirements into a custom native Android application built around your users and business.

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Hi. I'm Ben.

I'm a web developer specialising in Laravel, WordPress and mobile app development. I build fast, reliable websites and web apps, and I work directly with you from first email to launch, with no agencies or middlemen. Rated 5.0 everywhere my clients have left a review.